HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday -Friday

7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

While school is in session.

For more information, please call the School-Based Health Center at 346-1211 Ext. 601
 or Carthage Area Hospital - 493-1000.

School Based Health is our Primary Goal.

Carthage Area Hospital's primary goal is to improve access to primary health services for

the Beaver River Central School students and

to meet the primary physical, dental and emotional health needs of the students.

What is a school-based health center?

A school-based health center provides complete physical, mental and preventative health services to school-aged children in a school setting.

School-based health centers are designed to ease access to health care by reducing the barriers that have historically prevented children and youth from seeking the health services they need.

The staff will provide access to a full range of services for all students, regardless of health insurance coverage.

The staff includes a Physician, a Physician Assistant, an L.P.N., Registered Dietician, Dentist and a Psychiatrist.

Mr. Joe Millard, Carthage Area Hospital , will oversee the clinic and staff.  Please direct all concerns to the clinic administrator.

TYPES OF SERVICES AVAILABLE

Comprehensive and Physical examinations

Diagnosis and treatment of acute illness and injury

Management and monitoring of chronic health conditions

Health education/working with families and children

Laboratory Testing

Immunization

Mental Health

Nutritional Services

Allergy Injections

Sports Physicals

Dental Services

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS

ABOUT SCHOOL-BASED

HEALTH CARE

1.)   How much does the service cost?

There are NO out of pocket expenses with the  school-based health center.  The clinic accepts the amount paid by the insurance company as payment in full, while the child is seen at the SBHC.

2.)   Will the School-Based Health Center increase my school taxes?

No.  This program is not subsidized by the school district. 
 

3.)   How do I enroll my child or children?

Enrollment forms are available at the health center, school office, and school nurse's office.

4.) Must I be present when my child is seen at the clinic?

  No.  Although parental involvement is encouraged, parents do not need to be present when their child is seen at the SBHC.

5.) Does the school-based health center replace my family doctor or the school nurse?

No, the staff at the SBHC work cooperatively with your family doctor and school nurse to provide high quality healthcare.

6.) Who can use the school based health center?

Only Beaver River Central School children whose parents have enrolled them in the program may use the services.  However, parents retain their right to choose their children's health care provider.